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Digigram Releases New AES67 PCIe Sound Card
by audioXpress Staff

Digigram Releases New AES67 PCIe Sound Card

Digigram has announced the release of a new sound card, ALP-AES67, as part of its acclaimed ALP-X range, launched in 2022. Available through Digigram's extensive network of distributors, the new ALP-AES67 PCIe card reaches further with Ravenna and SMPTE ST-2110 compliance, expanding audio networking applications. According to the French audio manufacturer, this new ALP-AES67 card embeds Digigram's expertise in Audio-over-IP applications, and stands out as a powerful addition to the ALP-X range, offering enhanced capabilities for critical audio applications.
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McIntosh Launches Updated MB25 Bluetooth 5 Transceiver
by audioXpress Staff

McIntosh Launches Updated MB25 Bluetooth 5 Transceiver

McIntosh Laboratory announced its new MB25 Bluetooth Transceiver, which supersedes the existing MB20 model. Streaming music directly from a computer, tablet or smartphone to a home audio system via Bluetooth offers unparalleled convenience, but McIntosh understand that its customers would like to have also a transmitter and receiver with the brand's logo, ensuring also the best possible sound quality. With the new MB25 Bluetooth Transceiver it is possible to integrate those wireless streaming capabilities into virtually any home audio system from any era, whether it includes McIntosh products or not.
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Neutrik Introduces Improved Series of Stage-Ready Dante I/O Interfaces
by Joao Martins

Neutrik Introduces Improved Series of Stage-Ready Dante I/O Interfaces

With over 4000 Dante-enabled audio products available from more than 600 manufacturers, and over 1 million Dante units shipped in the year 2023, Dante technology is the de facto standard in audio-over-IP. Increasingly, Dante is used in mission-critical applications such as live performance, global touring and the major live broadcast events in the world. That's the reason why Neutrik recently expanded its range of Dante audio interfaces.
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TDK Unveils New Material for Solid-State Batteries With 100-Times Higher Energy Density
by Joao Martins

TDK Unveils New Material for Solid-State Batteries With 100-Times Higher Energy Density

TDK Corporation announced the successful development of a new material for next-generation solid-state batteries with an energy density of 1,000 Wh/L, or approximately 100 times greater than the energy density of TDK's conventional solid-state battery. This development could accelerate the introduction of solid-state batteries in the market, starting with relatively low-power consumer electronics, enabling an effective and attractive replacement of lithium-ion batteries.
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Audio-Technica Introduces New Flagship AT-ART1000X Phono Cartridge
by audioXpress Staff

Audio-Technica Introduces New Flagship AT-ART1000X Phono Cartridge

Featuring the company's latest technologies, Audio-Technica launched its new top-of-the-line phono cartridge, the AT-ART1000X Direct Power Stereo Moving Coil Cartridge. Hand built in Tokyo, Japan, the AT-ART1000X builds upon the engineering of the previous AT-ART1000 model with improvements in design and materials, and threaded mounting holes for easier installation. The updated direct power system, which places coils on top of the stylus, is another major innovation.
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DirectOut Unveils MAVEN and USB.IO at InfoComm 2024
by Nora Wong

DirectOut Unveils MAVEN and USB.IO at InfoComm 2024

Innovators in audio connectivity, DirectOut announced two additions to its growing family of audio solutions at InfoComm 2024, in Las Vegas. Building on its flexible PRODIGY series, DirectOut introduced MAVEN, a powerful DSP engine in a compact 1RU platform, expanding the integration possibilities for sound engineers and system designers. DirectOut simultaneously unveiled the USB.IO, a USB audio interface module to their MAVEN and PRODIGY platforms, developed in collaboration with RME, benefiting from the company's low latency and stable Windows and Mac drivers.
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Sub10 Wireless Subwoofer Is 4th Speaker From Buchardt to Receive WiSA HT Interoperability Certification
by Alfred Moody

Sub10 Wireless Subwoofer Is 4th Speaker From Buchardt to Receive WiSA HT Interoperability Certification

WiSA Association announced that Danish manufacturer Buchardt Audio's Sub10 low-profile subwoofer has earned WiSA HT Interoperability Certification. The new high-performance, long throw sub strengthens Buchardt's WiSA Certified wireless speaker catalog which includes the A500 monitor, the Anniversary 10 monitor and the A700 tower and provides enthusiasts with a versatile and powerful subwoofer to solidify the lower octaves of their home listening experience.
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Knowles and Audiodo Work Together to Maximize Personalized Listening with TWS Earbuds
by Joao Martins

Knowles and Audiodo Work Together to Maximize Personalized Listening with TWS Earbuds

Knowles announced a collaboration with Audiodo, the pioneers in personalized sound optimization technology from Sweden, to explore the full potential of Knowles balanced armatures. The Audiodo Personal Sound platform requires the drivers used in over-the-counter (OTC) hearing aids and true wireless stereo (TWS) earbuds to deliver an extra level of precision, and detail across the full range of sound. A requirement that matches Knowles own research in extended frequency response.
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Lenbrook Media Group Partners with HDtracks to Create Scalable Audio Streaming Service for Music Enthusiasts
by Joao Martins

Lenbrook Media Group Partners with HDtracks to Create Scalable Audio Streaming Service for Music Enthusiasts

Lenbrook Media Group has announced that it is supporting the launch of the new HDtracks streaming service, which will leverage scalable audio technology while offering consumer choice in hi-res audio formats. Recognized as the original pioneering service for high quality music downloads, HDtracks will now be able to offer also a streaming solution that is able to support new higher quality levels, thanks to the latest AIRIA by MQA Labs scalable codec.
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GN Group Announces Surprising Decision to Exit True Wireless Earbuds Consumer Space
by Joao Martins

GN Group Announces Surprising Decision to Exit True Wireless Earbuds Consumer Space

In the same day that Jabra announced its latest Elite Generation 2 advanced true wireless earbuds with the best ever ANC implementation, Peter Karlstromer, CEO of the GN Group announced also the decision to "gradually wind-down its Elite and Talk product lines." The motivation for this surprising exit strategy are the heavy investment levels required to innovate in a very competitive space, and the conviction that GN should focus on its more profitable Hearing division.
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